Football
26th Sep 2025
William Saliba New Contract: Makes him highest paid player in Arsenal squad
Arsenal have tied down William Saliba to a lucrative 5-year contract until 2030 making him one of the highest paid players in Arsenal squad alongside Bakayo Saka. He also become one of the highest paid defenders in the league only behind Virgil Van Dijk.
William Saliba's new Lucrative Contract Extension Breakdown:
William Saliba has signed new 5-year (2025/30) contract extension at Arsenal with massive increase in his base salary. He will be earning £250,000 per week in base salary plus another £2.6 million per season in individual and team success related bonuses.
His total yearly package now will be worth £300,000 per week similar to what Bakayo Saka is earning with his current deal.
| CONTRACT | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5 Years (2025/30) |
| Base Weekly Salary | £250,000 per week |
| Bonuses | Up to £2.6 million per season tied to individual & team success |
| Total Yearly Package | £300,000 per week (including bonuses) |
| Source | Gary Jacob (X) |
Saliba's previous contract was signed back in 2023 which was a 4-year deal until June 2027. His salary was increased to £190,000 p/w from only £40,000 a-week he was earning with his first Arsenal contract signed back in 2019.
The new contract will make him the highest paid Arsenal player alongside Bakayo Saka who is also earning around £300,000 per week including bonuses according to David Ornstein.
